Course Lecturer Name(s): Dr Winthrop Wiltshire
Course Director Name: Dr Winthrop Wiltshire
Course Lecturer(s) Contact Information: 1 473 444 4175 EXT. 3820
Course Director Contact Information: Same as above
Course Lecturer(s) Office Hours: Mondays 11.30 am to 12.30 pm and 2 pm to 4 pm, Tuesdays
11.30 am to 12.30 pm and 2pm to 4pm, Wednesdays 10 am to 12 pm and 1.30 pm to 2.30 pm, Thursdays 11.30 am to 12.30 pm
Course Director Office Hours: Same as above
Course Lecturer(s) Office Location: Second Floor, Caribbean House
Course Director Office Location: Same as above
Course Support: Akima Ventour, email: aventou2@sgu.edu
Course Management tool: To learn to use Sakai, the Course management tool, access the link https://apps.sgu.edu/members.nsf/mycoursesintro.pdf
Course Description:
This course examines topics such as the nature and properties of matter, measurement in chemistry, calculations involving chemical formulas and equations, chemical reactions in aqueous solution, concepts in thermochemistry, electronic structure of atoms, periodic properties of the elements, basic concepts of chemical bonding and molecular geometry, and the chemical characteristics of gases.
Course Objectives:
To enable students to:
1.0 Demonstrate knowledge of the basic properties and behavior of matter;
2.0 Convert one unit of measurement to another;
3.0 Demonstrate proper use of significant figures;
4.0 Differentiate between the characteristics of atoms, molecules and ions;
5.0 Make numerical calculations in relation to chemical equations;
6.0 Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the definition of the mole;
7.0 Demonstrate understanding of the basic concepts of thermochemistry including solving numerical problems;
8.0 Display knowledge of the electronic structure of elements including the understanding of quantum numbers;
9.0 Show understanding of the periodic properties of the elements;
10.0 Demonstrate understanding of the basic concepts of chemical bonding;
11.0 Display knowledge of molecular geometry and bonding theories;
12.0 Show knowledge of the kinetic-molecular theory of gases, apply the gas laws and undertake calculations involving the behavior of ideal gases.
Student Learning Outcomes:
Students expected to be able to:
1.0 Demonstrate knowledge of the basic properties and behavior of matter;
2.0 Convert one unit of measurement into another;
3.0 Demonstrate proper use of significant figures;
4.0 Differentiate between the characteristics of atoms, molecules and ions;
5.0 Make numerical calculations in relation to chemical equations;
6.0 Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the definition of the mole;
7.0 Demonstrate understanding of the basic concepts of thermochemistry including solving of numerical problems;
8.0 Display knowledge of the electronic structure of the elements including the understanding of quantum numbers;
9.0 Show understanding of the periodic properties of the elements ;
10.0 Demonstrate understanding of the basic concepts of chemical bonding;
11.0 Display knowledge of molecular geometry and bonding theories;
12.0 Show knowledge of the kinetic-molecular theory of gases, apply the gas laws and undertake calculations involving the behavior of ideal gases.
Program Outcomes Met By This Course:
BIOL 6: Demonstrate problem solving and critical thinking skills
SAS Grading Scale: Grades will be assigned as follows:
A = 89.5% or better
B+ = 84.5 - 89.4%
B = 79.5 - 84.4%
C+ = 74.5 - 79.4%
C = 69.5 - 74.4%
D = 64.5 - 69.4%
F = 65% or less
Course Materials:
Text: Chemistry: The Central Science, by Brown, Le May et al.
Supplementary Readings/Resources: Internet resources such Khan Academy
Course Grading Requirement:
Five quizzes worth 25 per cent of the course grade, a midterm exam worth 35 percent of the course grade, and a final exam worth 40 percent of the course grade. Course Requirements:
N/A
Course Schedule:
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Week 1 |
Jan 17 |
Introduction to CHEM 122 |
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Jan 21 |
Matter and Measurement |
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Week 2 |
Jan 24 |
Matter and Measurement [continued] |
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Jan 28 |
Atoms, Molecules and Ions |
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Week 3 |
Jan 31 |
Atoms, Molecules and Ions [continued] |
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Feb 4 |
Quiz 1 |
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Week 4 |
Feb 7 Feb11 |
Stoichiometry: Calculations with Chemical Formulas and Equations Stoichiometry [continued] |
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Week 5 |
Feb14 Feb18 |
Chemical Reactions in Aqueous Solution Chemical Reactions in Aqueous Solution [continued] |
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Week 6 |
Feb 21 Feb 25 |
Thermochemistry Thermochemistry [continued] |
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Week 7 |
Feb28 Mar 4 |
Quiz 2. Revision for Midterm |
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Week 8 |
Mar 7 -11 |
mIDTERM EXAMS
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Week 9 |
Mar 14 Mar 18 |
Electronic Structure of Atoms Electronic Structure of Atoms [continued] |
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Week 10 |
Mar 21 Mar 25 |
Quiz 3. Periodic Properties of the Elements |
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Week 11 |
Mar. 28 Apr 1 |
Basic Concepts of Chemical Bonding |
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Week 12 |
Apr 4 Apr 8 |
Molecular Geometry and Bonding Theories Quiz 4 |
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Week 13 |
Apr 11 Apr 15 |
Gases Public Holiday |
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Week 14 |
Apr 18 Apr 22 |
Public Holiday Gases |
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Week 15 |
Apr 25 |
Quiz 5 |
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Apr 29 |
Revision for Final Exams |
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Week 16 |
May 2 - 6 |
FINAL EXAMS |
School of Arts and Sciences Master Syllabi — Info for All Sections
Academic Integrity
The St. George’s University Student Manual (2019/2020) states as follows:
“Plagiarism is regarded as a cardinal offense in academia because it constitutes theft of the work of someone else, which is then purported as the original work of the plagiarist. Plagiarism draws into disrepute the credibility of the Institution, its faculty, and students; therefore, it is not tolerated” (p. 48).
Plagiarism also includes the unintentional copying or false accreditation of work, so double check your assignments BEFORE you hand them in.
Be sure to do good, honest work, credit your sources and reference accordingly and adhere to the University’s Honor Code. Plagiarism and cheating will be dealt with very seriously following the university’s policies on Plagiarism as outlined in the Student Manual.
Your work may be subject to submission to plagiarism detection software, submission to this system means that your work automatically becomes part of that database and can be compared with the work of your classmates.
The St. George’s University Student Manual (2019/2020) states as follows:
“Students are expected to attend all classes and or clinical rotations for which they have registered. Although attendance may not be recorded at every academic activity, attendance may be taken randomly. Students’ absence may adversely affect their academic status as specified in the grading policy. If absence from individual classes, examinations, and activities, or from the University itself is anticipated, or occurs spontaneously due to illness or other extenuating circumstances, proper notification procedures must be followed. A particular course may define additional policies regarding specific attendance or participation” (p. 9).
The St. George’s University Student Manual (2019/2020) states as follows:
“All matriculated students are expected to attend all assigned academic activities for each course currently registered. Medical excuses will be based on self-reporting by students. Students who feel they are too sick to take an examination or other required activity on a specific day must submit the online SAS medical excuse, which is available on Carenage. Students are only allowed two such excuses a year. Upon consultation with the Director of University Health Service, the third excuse will result in a mandatory medical leave of absence. The policies regarding make-up examinations are at the option of the Course Director” (p.46).
For additional specific examination policies and procedures, refer to the St. George’s University Student Manual (2019/2020), pages 31 through 37.
The St. George’s University Student Manual (2019/2020) states as follows:
“A student with a disability or disabling condition that affects one or more major life activities, who would like to request an accommodation, must submit a completed application form and supporting documentation to the Student Accessibility and Accommodation Services (SAAS) located in the Dean of Students Office. It is highly recommended that students applying for accommodations do so at least one month before classes begin to allow for a more efficient and timely consideration of the request. If a fully completed application is not submitted in a timely fashion, an eligibility determination may not be made, and accommodations, where applicable, may not be granted prior to the commencement of classes and/or examinations” (p. 8).
It is the responsibility of the student to read and understand the policies, laws, rules and procedures that while they could affect your grade for a course, have not been specifically outlined in the course syllabus. These are contained in the St. George’s University Student Manual.